A local cause for health care could receive a significant boost this week through a fundraising effort.

“Bridging Dreams to Reality” will take place from 4:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Mackinaw City Medical Clinic, 4050 S. Nicolet St. The new facility is contained within Pinecrest Village.

Organizers hope to explore a number of ideas for raising money to help the clinic grow.

“You have the opportunity to support the new clinic in various ways,” said Tonya Fegan, Pinecrest Village marketing director. “Gifts of all sizes are needed to make this project a success. Every dollar you donate will benefit you and your family today as well as future generations.”

Fegan explained that benefactors can have a particular area of the clinic named for a loved one or in their memory.

“Gifts can be designated for a specific area of the Mackinaw City Clinic, naming opportunities are available,” Fegan said. “Each area will have a plaque made with the patron’s name, family name or business.

Fegan said Thursday’s event will be run by the Mackinac Straits Health System Foundation.

“We will be giving tours of the new clinic, enjoying appetizers from Audie’s Restaurant, and pouring beer and wine from local wineries,” she added.